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EXPERIENCE
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PRACTITIONERS
Bible & Theology
Rangahau Ira Atua Tapu
25+
Church Leadership courses Opportunities for practical and internship learning throughout
10+
Intergenerational Ministry courses Integrated spiritual formation and discipleship throughout
10+
Postgraduate courses
Ministry is a calling that requires more than just passion—it demands wisdom, integrity, and skill. Become a safe, faithful, and effective leader who can rightly handle Scripture, navigate complex pastoral challenges, and serve with both conviction and compassion.
At Laidlaw College, we equip ministry leaders with a strong biblical and theological foundation, pastoral and social-scientific insights, and practical skills to lead with confidence and care. Don’t just step into ministry—be prepared for it. Through hands-on experience, expert mentorship, and a holistic approach to faith and leadership, you’ll gain the wisdom, character, and practical tools needed to serve and lead with confidence. Whether you’re called to pastoral ministry, community engagement, or mission work, this is your opportunity to be shaped for a lifetime of faithful service.
I truly believe it’s the pre-eminent theological institution in New Zealand.
It’s the breadth of study, of knowledge, the way the staff require you to think. They don’t spoon feed you. They want you to think critically, thoughtfully, prayerfully. You’re given options and required to construct a frame for yourself.”
Kyla Scrimgeour | Theology Graduate
I truly believe it’s the pre-eminent theological institution in New Zealand.
It’s the breadth of study, of knowledge, the way the staff require you to think. They don’t spoon feed you. They want you to think critically, thoughtfully, prayerfully. You’re given options and required to construct a frame for yourself.”
Kyla Scrimgeour | Theology Graduate
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Ministry and Church Leadership
Compulsory
Compulsory for Specialisation
Elective
Internship
15-credit Course
30-credit Course
MTh
PGDipTh
Level 9
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Level 8
Elective
Elective
PGDipTh
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Turpis Elementum
Elective
We have a wide range of options for leaders who want to keep growing, be refreshed, or pursue a particular path of development.
Options include mixing general courses from our undergraduate and postgraduate suite – all our courses emphasise both deep learning and practical application.
Alternatively, you could choose to focus in on a particular area of professional development, such as our PGCertTh in Ministry Supervision, or focused course selections in spiritual formation, ministry practice, advanced Biblical Studies, etc.
We also offer a range of research pathways. If you have a burning question, want to grow in your own capacity to address key Gospel concerns, or prepare yourself as a scholar and teacher, our research courses and faculty provide a highly supportive environment to pursue research from graduate level through to doctorates.
GradDipTh
Level 7
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
GradCertTh
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Aotearoa needs church leaders and volunteers who are continually growing in their faith, their theology and discernment, and who are developing their character and professional skills. Our graduate and postgraduate suite of programmes offer a flexible set of options for full or part-time study – highly recommended for those who are entering into any aspect of church as mature adults, or those who are already leading and are looking to upskill.
Courses available within these programmes range across our entire Theology suite – from Biblical courses to courses on church management, from personal formation to intergenerational or intercultural ministry.
BTh
DipCS
Level 7
590.715
Capstone: Integrative Practice
Elective
Elective
Elective
615.715
OT Exegetical
Elective
Elective
Elective
Level 6
615/715
NT Exegetical
202/715
Christology
480.06/715
Faithful Living: Intro to Reflective Practice
478.6/715
Practicum I
111.6/715
Interpreting the Bible
219.6/715
Ngākau Maia: Christian Confidence
219.6/715
Church: Theology and Practice
219.6/715
Leadership Internship I
DipCS
Level 5
120.515
Reading the Old Testament
201.515
Engaging Theology
308.515
Christian History: Our Story
401.515
Formation
140.515
Reading the New Testament
115.515
Reading the Bible
907.515
Bicultural Relationships: Tikanga Kawenata
505.515
Christian Leadership and Mission
Our three-year Bachelor of Theology is the ideal preparation for lifelong ministry. While the degree is extremely flexible and can accommodate a variety of interests and callings, taking the Pastoral Leadership specialisation ensures a balanced focus on Biblical and Theological foundations, personal formation, and practical preparation for the many facets of lifelong ministry.
DipCS(CL)
Level 5
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The Diploma of Christian Studies (Christian Leadership) is a practical, formative year. Four key taught courses in Bible, Theology, Formation, and Christian Leadership and Mission, are completed alongside immersive ministry experience. Students are mentored and supported, and in many cases have opportunities to learn in cohorts.
The one-year full-time (with part-time options) Diploma can be credited as the first year of our Bachelor of Theology.
We also offer a Level 4 Certificate in Christian Ministry – Internship (CertCM) in some contexts, which provides an entry-level programme for those who want a supported step into tertiary study, and who are exploring Christian ministry or want to ground themselves well. The CertCM also has a focus on Bible, Theology, Formation, and Mission, and a strong practical component where students gain credit for learning while working in a ministry context.
Have a question about admissions, courses, fees, or campus life? We’re here to help. Fill in the form below and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible. Whether you’re a prospective student or a current enrollee, we welcome all enquiries and look forward to supporting your educational journey.
To begin your application process to study at Laidlaw simply create an account in our student portal and begin your application.
We’re equipping people to serve with wisdom, humility, and courage.
Laidlaw doesn’t offer cookie-cutter leadership—we cultivate formation, theological depth, and cultural awareness. Our students grow in character as well as competency, preparing to shepherd communities faithfully in a changing world.”
Rev. Dr Maja Whitaker | Academic Dean and Lecturer in Theology
We’re equipping people to serve with wisdom, humility, and courage.
Laidlaw doesn’t offer cookie-cutter leadership—we cultivate formation, theological depth, and cultural awareness. Our students grow in character as well as competency, preparing to shepherd communities faithfully in a changing world.”
Rev. Dr Maja Whitaker | Academic Dean and Lecturer in Theology
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